Liverpool Close In On Florian Wirtz as Transfer Talks Advance

Liverpool are in advanced talks with Bayer Leverkusen to sign German midfielder Florian Wirtz. The deal could break the club’s transfer record.

WIRTZ TALKS MOVE AHEAD

Liverpool have increased their offer for Wirtz to around €130 million (£109.4 million). This would be a new record for the club. Bayer Leverkusen rejected an earlier offer. But both clubs are still talking about things like payment structure and add-ons. Wirtz has already chosen Liverpool over Bayern Munich.

The clubs could reach an agreement soon. Wirtz is focusing on his national team duties now. But a decision on his future is expected in the coming days.

WHAT IT MEANS FOR LIVERPOOL AND LEVERKUSEN

Florian Wirtz, 22, was one of the Bundesliga’s best players last season. He helped Leverkusen win the league title for the first time in their history. He scored 18 goals and provided 19 assists in all competitions.

Liverpool, who finished second in the Premier League and secured Champions League qualification, see Wirtz as an important part of their new era under manager Arne Slot.

If Wirtz leaves, Leverkusen will face the challenge of replacing a creative force who was vital to their historic campaign. The transfer fee would give them significant resources to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season, when they will defend their Bundesliga crown and compete in the Champions League.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

The focus is now on finalizing the agreement between Liverpool and Leverkusen. Both clubs are discussing the payment structure, including potential installments and add-ons.

Wirtz is with the German national team ahead of their Nations League semi-final against Portugal, so any official move is likely to happen after the international break.

Liverpool’s pre-season preparations will soon ramp up, and they aim to have Wirtz in the squad before their first friendly. Leverkusen, meanwhile, will start planning for life without their star player if the deal is completed.